Launch Technician - Vehicle Integration

Skills

About the Role

You will be responsible for developing and commissioning a new launch pad from scratch at our dedicated launch complex at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Drawing on your prior construction and manufacturing experience, you will collaborate with engineers and the technician team to build, assemble, commission, and operate ground support systems. You'll use your resourcefulness and communication skills to identify and solve issues in real time, working both independently and as part of a high-functioning team. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in aerospace, mechanical, or construction environments.
• Experience with hands-on work of flight hardware and spacecraft from initial receipt through processing and readiness for launch, including hypergolic or other fueling operations.
• Knowledge of building, assembling, testing, and operating process piping, pneumatic, mechanical, hydraulic, and/or electrical systems.
• Install fluids system hardware including tubing, fittings, valves, brackets, mounting hardware, studs and inserts.
• Hands-on experience with assembling and operating FOD-intolerant service components and systems.
• Ability to safely operate hazardous systems, including high-energy, pressure, temperature, and high-power systems.
• Experience in lockout/tagout (LOTO), hot work permits, confined space permits, rigging, & lifting.
• Skilled in handling delicate and high-value assemblies.
• Experience in operating heavy equipment including reach-lifts and aerial lifts.
• Ability to work second shift and weekends as required.
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs. unassisted.
• Able to stand for extended periods.
• Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and ability to obtain & maintain military installation access including DBIDS.
• Willing to relocate to Cape Canaveral, FL.
• Willing to travel as needed (~20%).
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, and operate launch ground support equipment and perform handling and integration of flight hardware based on written and verbal instructions, work orders, technical drawings, CAD models, and procedures.
• Perform precision measurement and cleaning of hardware components.
• Identify discrepancies and troubleshoot issues, collaborating with engineering for resolutions and documenting corrective actions.
• Execute component builds or assemblies as per work orders and accurately document build processes for new and repeatable assembly sequences.
• Provide feedback to engineering teams to improve manufacturability, integration flow, tooling, and documentation.
• Maintain strong configuration control and workmanship standards on flight hardware.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on throughput, quality, repeatability, and safety.

Benefits

• Equity in the form of stock options
• Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• 4 weeks' Paid Time Off
• 10 days of holidays including an end-of-year closure
• Paid Family/Parental Leave
• On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend
• Dog friendly offices